Robert C. Saffold Sr.’s influence on his community took root well before the era of formal nonprofits and structured outreach programs. In 1957, while teaching at E.O. Douglas High School—the…
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The Golf Fund has announced its 2026 Junior Ambassadors, continuing its mission to empower minority junior golfers by providing access, exposure, and structured support during critical developmental years. The initiative…
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LIV Golf players will begin earning Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points in 2026, a move that significantly boosts their pathways into major championships and other elite events. The governing…
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The TaylorMade Junior Open, presented by PGA TOUR Superstore, will take place April 18–19, 2026, at The Courses at Watters Creek – Traditions in Plano, Texas. This premier junior golf…
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The Snowbirds Donate $47,500 at Their Fifth AnnualGolf Tournament Weekend to Empower Underprivileged Youth Golfers
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Feb. 2, 2026 – At the prestigious PGA National Resort, The Snowbirds hosted their 5th Annual Golf Tournament Weekend January 29-31, 2026, donating $47,500 to benefit…
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In celebration of Black History Month and the enduring legacy of African Americans in golf, the community is invited to attend the Herbert Dixon Meet & Greet Barbecue Festival on…
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Monday Before The Show (MBTS) Marks Nine Years of Honoring Women Pioneers in Golf
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff2026 marks the 9th anniversary of the Monday Before the Show (MBTS). MBTS is an 18-hole golfnetworking event where women from around the country register to attend on the Monday…
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Demond Wilson, who rose to fame on the top 10 hit sitcom “Sanford and Son,” died January 30, 2026, of complications from prostate cancer at his home in Palm Springs, California,…
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Nelly Korda Returns to the Winner’s Circle at Lake Nona
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffNelly Korda returned to the winner’s circle in impressive fashion at the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, claiming her first victory since the 2024 season and reminding the…
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What a Week! EXPO 2026 Breaks Records and Builds Momentum Dear EXPO 2026 Sponsors, Attendees, Supporters and Readers, Thank you for the most successful African American Golf EXPO & Forum…
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Moving Montgomery Forward Golf Initiative Announces 2026 Programs Combining Golf, STEM, and Youth Development
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffMontgomery, AL – The Moving Montgomery Forward Golf Initiative is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 programming, continuing its mission to introduce young people in Montgomery to the game…
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Hilton Vacations Tournament of Champions Launches LPGA Season in Orlando
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThe LPGA Tour kicked off its 2026 season with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida, held January 29–February 1,…